Departments | Township of North Glengarry

Township services are delivered by staff in different departments or sections, overseen by a Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) reporting to Township Council. An overview of the services in each area is provided below.

Corporate Services

The Deputy Clerk and CAO Clerk can act as a commissioner of oaths and manage the marriage license process and death certificates. The Clerk and Deputy Clerk also track and maintain decisions, agenda and minutes of all Committee amend Council meetings.

Finance Department

The Treasury Department is tasked with managing all the finances of the corporation, including the processing of property tax and water payments, debt financing and providing strategic financial advice to the CAO and Council.

Community Services

The Community Services Department oversees the Recreation Services and the Economic Development. This Department maintains key recreational facilities and recreation programming.

Fire Department

North Glengarry's Fire Department is made up of a large contingent of dedicated volunteers spanning the Township's three (3) different fire stations. Each station has a Fire chief and a complement of approx. 30 firefighters. The Fire service is well equipped with modern equipment and considerable training programs. The fire stations deliver fire suppression, inspection and education services as well as first medical response and extrication support for vehicle accidents. Fire stations are located in Alexandria, Apple Hill and Maxville.

Building, Planning and By-law Enforcement Department

The Building, Planning and By-law Enforcement Department is responsible for ensuring that any new construction in the Township complies with the Ontario Building Code and all other applicable laws. The department also oversees most planning and zoning matters and property standards. They also enforce the municipal by-laws within the Township as well as Animal Control.

Public Works

The Township's Public Works Department oversees critical infrastructure like roads, bridges, water and waste water treatment and distribution.